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The Big Bopper


 

Jiles Perry Richardson, Jr. (October 24, 1930 - February 3, 1959), better known as The Big Bopper (but called Jape by friends and also known as J.P. Richardson) was a disc jockey who parlayed a big voice and exuberant personality into a career as an early rock and roll star. He is best known for his hit song "Chantilly Lace".

Quotation

  • "Oh, baby, that's what I like!" (from "Chantilly Lace")
The Big Bopper: Cover versions of songs by The Big Bopper